

January Scholars in France
Every year, the best students in French studies can apply for a January Scholars award, which allows them to spend two weeks in Paris under the guidance of a French faculty. This program of cultural immersion includes visits and conferences given by experts in their field, as well as the experience of Parisian culture and daily life (concerts, dinners...). Program organized in January or June.
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JSF in the News
January Scholars student wins 2nd place in global photo contest (May 2018)
AneLise Newman, MIT Admission Blog, "January in Paris" (January 2018)
Outstanding MIT students of French explore "Paris et la rue" (MIT News, 03/04/18)
MIT students to visit Belgium on study-trip (MIT News, 10/5/12)
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Contact
Please direct all questions and inquiries to:
Global Languages
14N-305
617-452-2676
JSF 2026
Cultures et contre-cultures
June 1-June 14, 2026
Applications due: Sunday, February 22, 2026, 11:59pm EST.
Info session: Wednesday, February 4, 2026. 5 pm. 14E304



















